Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) has applauded all workers in Nigeria for their effort, hard work and dedication towards national economic growth and development of the country.

ACCI President, Dr Al-Mujtaba Abubakar, made the remarks in a statement to mark this year’s International Labour Day.

The chamber also craved the support and cooperation of the Nigerian government to continually create a friendly working environment for the Nigerian worker and providing the necessary materials and resources needed for an efficient and effective work force.

The International Labour Day, also known as Workers’ Day, is celebrated in Nigeria on May 1st with a public holiday to mark the day.

The celebration is associated with the struggles and gains made by workers and the achievements of the labour movement.

Dr Abubakar stated that when the working environment is favourable to workers, they would be able to contribute their quota to the economic growth of the country.